Caretaker manager gets the job on a permanent basis looking to return the club to the Premier League

Fulham have announced that they have appointed Scott Parker as their head coach.

Parker had been caretaker manager at Craven Cottage since February following the departure of Claudio Ranieri.

While he was unable to save Fulham from relegation, the 38-year-old has improved their form ahead of their final match in the Premier League at home to Newcastle United on Sunday.

He masterminded three wins from four matches in April, earning a nomination for the Barclays Manager of the Month award.

"We are now all focused on ending this campaign with a positive result on Sunday against Newcastle and look forward to preparations for the new season, which have already begun," Parker told the club's official website.